Vettel brands new SF70H 'a step forward'

If it feels looks like a step forward and it feels like step forward, than it must be a real step forward, said Sebastian Vettel after sampling his 2017 mount, the Ferrari SF70H.

The German followed team mate Kimi Raikkonen behind the wheel of the Scuderia's new war horse yesterday at Fiorano following its presentation a few hours earlier.

"It is fun to drive. The car looks big and strong," commented Vettel. "And the first impression is the right one."

"We didn't have any problems. It was a good and a good start."

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Ferrari, and Vettel in particular, are hoping the SF70H will turn around the House of Maranello's fortunes in F1.

Looking back, the legendary team won its last F1 race in 2015 in Singapore while it's last driver's championship was conquered in 2007 with Kimi Raikkonen.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.